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    Mary Renault Classical Reception Essay Competition

    by St Hugh's College, University of Oxford

    The Mary Renault Classical Reception Essay Competition is a St Hugh's College essay competition for Sixth Form students intending to study Classics or a joint course with Classics at university.

    Last verified: 28 May 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
    Mary Renault Classical Reception Essay Competition

    Key facts

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Ages 16–18

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 16–18

    Location / Region

    Online

    Cost

    Free

    Prize highlight

    Not listed

    Entry format

    Online

    Next deadline

    22 Jul 2026 · Upcoming cycle

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    Creative WritingCritical AnalysisWritingResearch Methods

    Language: English

    Recognition: Winners and highly commended entrants may have their names, schools and essays published on the St Hugh's College website.

    Skills: Academic Writing, Analysis, Research, Writing, Data Analysis, Research Design, Scientific Research, Financial Analysis

    TL;DR

    Submit a fully referenced 2000-4000 word English-language PDF essay for the 2026 Mary Renault Classical Reception Essay Competition by 2pm BST on 22 July 2026.

    What is Mary Renault Classical Reception Essay Competition?

    The Mary Renault Classical Reception Essay Competition from St Hugh's College, University of Oxford is open to Sixth Form students in Years 12 or 13 who intend to study Classics or a joint course with Classics at university. Entrants submit a fully referenced 2000-4000 word English-language essay as a PDF through the online registration and upload process. The 2026 submission deadline is 2pm BST on Wednesday 22 July 2026.

    Who should consider this?

    Best for

    Sixth Form students in Years 12 or 13, including eligible gap year students, who intend to study Classics or a joint course with Classics at university.

    Not ideal if

    Students who are not yet at Sixth Form level or who have already begun university-level study are not eligible.

    What you actually do

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Write and submit a fully referenced essay of 2000-4000 words on a suitable Classical Reception topic, using the online registration and upload process.

    Key dates and deadlines

    Application Deadline

    22 Jul 2026 · Europe/London

    Upcoming
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    Eligibility and requirements

    • Sixth Form students in Years 12 or 13 who intend to study Classics or a joint course with Classics at university

    • eligible gap year students must not have undertaken formal education beyond Sixth Form level.

    Cost, funding, and what's included

    Entry cost

    Free

    How to enter

    1. 1

      Complete the online registration form and then upload the essay in PDF format in immediate succession. The corresponding essay must be uploaded within 24 hours of registration, or the registration form will be deleted.

    Prizes & recognition

    At least one prize will be awarded to a pupil who is studying neither Latin nor Ancient Greek to A-level standard. The names, schools, and essays of winners and highly commended entrants may be published on the website.

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